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Chevening UK Scholarship 2024-2025

About Chevening:

Chevening is the international scholarship program of the United Kingdom, established in 1983. The program’s mission is to create a new generation of global leaders by offering educational opportunities and scholarships to individuals from around the world. Chevening scholarships are funded by partner organizations, the Commonwealth, and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. The program aims to support the foreign policies of the UK and build lasting positive relationships with future leaders.

Chevening Scholarship for Studies in the UK:

The Chevening Scholarship program is inviting students to apply for scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year. Selected candidates will receive a scholarship covering one year of Master’s degree study in any field at any university in the United Kingdom. However, candidates planning to pursue an MBA program must seek additional financial sources as the scholarship covers costs up to £22,000.

The Chevening Scholarship aims to empower individuals who want to focus on academic and professional goals while studying abroad. It provides a platform for passionate individuals who aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The selection process is highly competitive and based on exceptional academic qualifications.

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The scholarship covers various expenses, including arrival and departure allowances, monthly stipends, tuition fees, travel allowances to and from the UK, visa application costs, and grants for attending Chevening events in the UK.

Selected candidates will also benefit from opportunities to build valuable international relationships, experience UK culture, enhance academic and professional skills, network, and study and live abroad for a year. However, recipients are required to return to South Africa for a minimum of two years after completing their scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must meet the following criteria before applying for the Chevening Scholarship:

  • Must be a South African citizen (students from other Chevening-eligible countries/territories can apply as well).
  • Must not possess dual citizenship in the UK.
  • Should have completed Matric/Grade 12 examinations and undergraduate studies.
  • Intend to pursue a full-time three-year Master’s degree course in the UK.
  • Must apply to three different Master’s courses (can be at the same institution or three different universities) starting in the fall term (September/October) leading to a Master’s degree qualification. Research-focused MRes programs are not eligible.
  • Must receive an acceptance letter from at least one of the three applied university courses by July 13, 2024-2025.
  • Must have a minimum of two years of work experience (full-time employment, part-time employment, voluntary work, unpaid or paid internships, with at least 2800 hours of work).
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How to Apply:

To apply for the Chevening Scholarship Program, visit the Chevening online application portal.

Applicants must also apply separately for their desired course through the university that offers it.

Required Documents:

Applicants must submit the following documents to complete their application:

  • Certified copies of ID documents.
  • Certified copies of Matric certificates and full academic records.
  • Two references from individuals in professional or academic roles who know the applicant well (references should include contact details, duration of acquaintance, the most recent contact, and a brief overall endorsement of the applicant).
  • One unconditional UK university offer.
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Closing Date:

The closing date for the Chevening scholarship program is November 1, at 12:00 GMT. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Contact Details:

For inquiries or assistance with the application process, candidates should visit the Chevening FAQ page. If technical issues arise during the application process, applicants can find guidance on handling technical issues here.

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